Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a technique that corrects the aesthetic deformities of the nose: it can decrease or increase the size of the nose, change the angle between the nose and upper lip, narrow the nostrils, or change the shape of the tip or the back. It can also correct some breathing problems. It is the favorite procedure of most plastic surgeons becasue it presents the greatest surgical challenge: the perfect combination of technique, common sense and aesthetics.
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Pre-operation
We perform a pre-operation overview including a complete medical analysis (hepatitis / AIDS) and electrocardiogram. If the patient is over 40 years, a chest x-ray is also required.
Surgery
The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. Depending on each case, it can be done under local anesthesia and sedation or general anesthesia. The operation is performed intranasally through an intercartilaginous incision, disconnecting the nasal dorsum in order to work on it from behind.
There is also what is called external or open rhinoplasty, which allows the surgeon to see all the anatomy perfectly. There are no visible scars because the incisions are inside the nose, and even in open rhinoplasty the scar is not visible.
Post-operation
Rhinoplasty surgery is not at all painful, and the patient can continue with their normal life virtually from the first day. Nasal plugs are placed in both nostrils to prevent bleeding and stabilize the septum, and are removed between 24 hours and up to two days after surgery.
In the first 24 hours the patient may experience swelling, discomfort and headache, all of which can be relieved with medication. Applying cold or ice will reduce inflammation. The patient will be able to return to normal life in about 10 days, but for 20 more days should avoid playing sports, strenuous exercise or any activity that increases blood pressure. Today, rhinoplasty is one of the most frequent procedures and has the highest patient satisfaction in cosmetic surgery.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow long will I have to wear the cast?
The cast helps maintain the new shape of the nose and should stay on from seven to ten days. This can result in the patient withdrawing from their social activity or taking sick leave from work, but this would only be for purely aesthetic reasons.
Can I wear glasses?
Exposure to direct sunlight must be avoided for three months, and if you wear glasses they cannot rest on the bridge of the nose until the doctor says it is safe to do so. Contact lenses present no problems.
When can I start breathing through my nose again?
You can start breathing through your nose as soon as the nose plugs are removed. However, you shouldn’t blow your nose forcefully for about a week until the tissues heal.
Will the surgery change my facial expression?
No, only the proportions of the nose, which will mesh far better with the face as a whole.
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IN WHAT CONSISTS?
Preoperative
Preoperative complete analytical study (hepatitis / AIDS) and electrocardiogram. When the patient is older than 40 years, also requires a chest radiograph.
Intervention
The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. Depending on each case, it can be done under local anesthesia and sedation or general anesthesia. The nose surgery is done through an incision intranasally intercartilaginous, taking off the nasal dorsum to act further on it.
It is also what is called external or open rhinoplasty, which lets you see all the anatomy perfectly. There are no visible scars because the incisions are inside the nose, even in open rhinoplasty scar is imperceptible.
Postoperative
Rhinoplasty surgery is not at all painful, and allows a normal life virtually from the first day. Nasal packs are placed around both holes to prevent bleeding and stabilize the septum, they are removed within 24 hours and the next two days.
In the first 24 hours can result in bloating, discomfort and a headache that subsides with medication. Applying cold compresses will reduce inflammation. The return to normal life will be after about ten days for 20 days by avoiding sports, strenuous exercise or any activity that increases blood pressure. Today, rhinoplasty is one of the surgical procedures in cosmetic surgery, more frequently, and gives greater patient satisfaction.
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